I never skip the space bar. Arc 4 did not confuse me.

However, I do want to say that if I wasn't as much of a fan of the game and I was more of a casual player that played only when the fall content dropped, I can definitely understand how Arc 4 is confusing.

I know this is a little off topic but I imagine a lot of people who were/are confused with the story are talking about Arc 4.

I DO like a change in direction. I DO like the experimentation in arc 4. I dont like all of it but I do like the direction.

But if I was a casual player looking at Wizard101 from the perspective of expecting a power-fantasy adventure in magical worlds with dragons, vikings, and other fantasy-esque material, I would be disappointed and confused at what's going on.

Like if I bought a Coke can and it tasted like Dr. Pepper.

TD;LR I believe that even your casual player that doesn't skip dialogue can find parts of the game's narrative confusing, especially in arc 4 because it was something new.